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Cumberland, RI

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A city filled with history, nature trails, and pizzerias

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Cumberland is a charming city in northeast Rhode Island. The city’s historical significance runs deep and is remembered today through the Monastery, a historical home for monks in the 19th century. This unique property resides on about 481 acres and now houses the Cumberland Public Library. Recreational trails were developed by the monks at the Monastery, known as the Nine Men’s Misery. Parks, ponds, and reservoirs are plentiful in the area, and more nature trails are available to the public, such as Diamond Hill Park Trail. Local pizza restaurants are abundant in the community, as well as a good variety of other cuisines like Angelo’s Palace Pizza and Davenport’s on Mendon Road. This family-friendly city is zoned into Cumberland Schools with a great variety of public schools for the residential youth.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Cumberland, RI is $2,093 for one bedroom, $2,396 for two bedrooms, and $3,477 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Cumberland has increased by 5.8% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,093/month
761 Sq Ft
House
$4,000/month
1,827 Sq Ft
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Transportation

45

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

36

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Community School

Public

Grades K-5

654 Students

9
out of 10

Ashton School

Public

Grades K-5

295 Students

9
out of 10

John J. McLaughlin Cumberland Hill School

Public

Grades K-5

424 Students

7
out of 10

Garvin Memorial

Public

Grades K-5

410 Students

7
out of 10

B.F. Norton Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

323 Students

6
out of 10

North Cumberland Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

635 Students

9
out of 10

Joseph L. Mccourt Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

436 Students

6
out of 10

Cumberland High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,446 Students

6
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Blackstone River Bikeway
  • Blackstone Valley Outfitters
  • World War II Memorial State Park
  • Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor
  • Lincoln Woods State Park

Airports

  • Rhode Island Tf Green International
  • Worcester Regional

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